Valentine’s Day expected to reach a spending record
According to the National Retail Federation (NRF), Valentine’s Day spending is expected to reach a record $14.2 billion.
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Space Shuttle Endeavour hoisted for installation in vertical display at Los Angeles science museum
The 20-story-tall display stands atop an 1,800-ton concrete slab supported by six so-called base isolators to protect Endeavour from earthquakes.
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Arizona dog rescued after being trapped under the hood
A full-grown dog in Arizona was rescued recently after getting stuck in the engine bay of a 1967 Chevy Nova.
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IRS unveils new direct tax filing program ahead of tax season
The IRS is piloting its Direct File Program in 12 states, including Arizona, California and Nevada.
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Indiana police rescued circus animals from burning semi-truck
While the officers have never been called to save the circus before, this is something they’ll never forget.
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49ers fans celebrate team’s NFC Championship win
The 49ers are now heading to Super Bowl LVIII in Las Vegas for a rematch with the Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs beat the 49ers 31-20 back in 2020.
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NASA announces plans to push back launch date for Crew-8 mission
The eighth mission of NASA’s Commercial Crew Program’s launch has been delayed, mainly because of traffic. As of now, the launch is outlooked for late February.
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Yuma Faithfuls holds NFC Championship watch party at Hooters
The event started at 4:30pm as the chapter roots for the San Francisco 49ers to beat the Detroit Lions and to advance to the Super Bowl. The event will go until 7:00pm.
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Culinary Union reach tentative agreement with Circus Circus Hotel & Casino
The deal comes after the union held an informational picket outside Circa, Golden Nugget, and Fremont. The new five-year deal is expected to impact nearly 700 workers.
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WWII soldier identified after 79 years, granddaughter speaks out
For years, Second Lieutenant Gene Walker’s family had limited information about him. They relied on old photos and newspaper clippings.
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Local newspaper hosts first Yuma Wellness & Care Fair
The fair, which took place at the Yuma Civic Center from 9:00am to 1:00pm on Saturday, is to help the Yuma community in taking better care of themselves.
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Quechan Tribe holds Kwanamii Spirit Run to Oro Cruz
According to sources, the run is to protect their sacred lands in regards to the Oro Cruz Gold Mine, which they say will mine in their land.
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Carefire Village Resort hosts Cool January Classic Car Show
The event took place from 11:00am to 2:00pm at CVR, located at 3900 S. Avenue 8 1/2E, on Saturday, but there was a “Cruising the Village” parade that took place at 10:30am.
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Kansas City and Baltimore mayors bet on AFC Championship game
On Friday, Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas announced his wager. If the ravens win, Baltimore will get barbecue. Plus, he’ll match Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott’s bet.
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Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 Max 9 plane arrives in San Diego airport
It was the airline’s first Max 9 flight since the FAA grounded the aircraft nearly three weeks ago after a door plug blew out from the plane’s side panel on a Portland flight.
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Yuma County Public Health and U of A host Farm to Family Day
Families were able to tour the farm, create recipes and leave with free produce. Families were also able to learn about food science, gardening and composting.
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AWC’s Hall of Fame seeking nominations
Arizona Western College (AWC) announced nominations are now open for its Hall of Fame.
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Cincinnati Zoo celebrates Fiona the Hippo’s 7th birthday
Back in 2017, Fiona was born six-weeks premature, weighing only 29 pounds. But now, she is seven years old and thriving. At her age, Fiona is approaching hippo adulthood and now weighs more then 2,400 pounds.
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CBP to host in-person women’s workshop-job fair
In a press release, the event will take place on Friday, January 26 from 9:00am to 5:00pm at the Imperial County Workforce & Economic Development Department, located at 1250 W. Main Street in El Centro.
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2024 Blue Collar Tour visiting Kofa High School
According to a press release, the tour started on January 16 with a goal of visiting over 30 high schools and trade schools across the country to showcase the trades as an “alternative to the traditional college routes.”
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